Translation (Punjabi)

apple-polishers Antonyms

Strongest:

to curry favor with (as by flattery), to attempt to ingratiate oneself

The sales team were accused of being apple-polishers, always showering their superiors with undeserved praise.
Emily's apple-polishing skills earned her a promotion, but her colleagues resented her flattery.
The students who excelled in their exams were often labeled as apple-polishers, but they didn't see anything wrong with seeking teacher approval.
John was an expert apple-polisher, using his charm and flattery to get what he wanted from his boss.
The apple-polishers in the office were so obvious that their colleagues found it hard to take them seriously.
Mary was known for being an apple-polisher, but her flattery was often insincere and only motivated by self-interest.
James hated apple-polishers who used fake compliments to get ahead, preferring to be honest and direct.
The apple-polishers in the team were always eager to jump on any opportunity to show off their praise for their leaders.
Some people believe that apple-polishing is an effective strategy for career advancement, while others find it unethical and dishonest.
Despite the negative connotations associated with the term, some apple-polishers genuinely admire and respect their superiors, and their praise is heartfelt.

to curry favor with (as by flattery), to attempt to ingratiate oneself

flunkeys, slaves, minions, pupils, lickspittles,brownnosers, bootlickers, henchmen, fawners, sycophants

No antonyms found.

The sales team were accused of being apple-polishers, always showering their superiors with undeserved praise.

Emily's apple-polishing skills earned her a promotion, but her colleagues resented her flattery.

The students who excelled in their exams were often labeled as apple-polishers, but they didn't see anything wrong with seeking teacher approval.

John was an expert apple-polisher, using his charm and flattery to get what he wanted from his boss.